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Wondering About Wildlife

12/27

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Instructor: Seattle Public Utilities Naturalists

This winter break, the whole family is invited to a free, fun-filled day at the Cedar River Watershed Education Center. Dissect a barn owl pellet and discover what was for lunch. Make a pinecone bird feeder and participate in other wildlife arts and crafts. Activities will be both inside and out. Bring a lunch and stay for the day.

December 27 (Friday), 10am-3pm
All ages, Free
No registration required.

Family Waterfall Tours

Beginning Spring 2014

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Instructor: Seattle Public Utilities Naturalists

This one-hour tour by bus and by foot is perfect for families. Visit beautiful Cedar Falls behind the closed gates and find out how it supplies most of the tap water for the greater Seattle area.
All ages, $5 per seat (kids on laps free).

Knee High Naturalists

Beginning Spring 2014

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Instructor: Chris Holland

Take a morning stroll from the Cedar River Watershed Education Center along Rattlesnake Lake with a Naturalist to discover rocks, birds, plants and things. Paced for short legs and shorter attention spans, this program will explore shapes, colors, and textures found in nature. Up to two children may be registered per adult.

Junior Naturalists

Beginning Spring 2014

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Instructor: Chris Holland

Hey kids, bring an adult and explore the Rattlesnake Lake natural area. Be ready for walking and plan to use all your senses as we discover signs of animals. Each child will get a small memory journal to take home.

Rattlesnake Ledge Geology Hike

Beginning Spring 2014

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Instructor: Seattle Public Utilities Naturalists

This moderately strenuous hike will explore the glacial ice, meltwater floods, and an ancient volcano that shaped one of the most spectacular vistas of the Cedar River Watershed. Round-trip is 4 miles. Elevation gain of 1,200 feet.

Hike begins at the trailhead and ends at Rattlesnake Ledge.
No pets please.

Family Fun with Fungi

Beginning Spring 2014

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Instructor: Lee Whitford

Some are red, some are purple, some are really big, some are very small, some even smell like licorice. Come for a walk with amateur mycologist Lee Whitford as we explore the fascinating world of fungi. See a variety of mushrooms while learning about mushroom habitats, characteristics, and their role in the forest. Up to two children may be registered per adult.